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akela Junior Member
since 2002-02-05
Posts 15croydon england |
MAULED “I’m just popping out, you guys all right? Don’t forget karate, its Monday night” “Go on mum we’ll be ok Just five more minutes and we leave anyway” They walked the landing, along to the stairs Looked down to be faced with menacing stares They were normally friendly they would normally play For that moment of thought one would dearly pay In a flash one was on him, it flew up the stairs It had sighted its prey, the boys flesh it tears The fear had him routed, a lamb to the slaughter He had to do something, he new that he oughter The banister he jumped, to find an escape He ran for the door, but it was to late To the floor they dragged him, kicking and screaming The door handle in front, callously gleaming He fought to his feet, now weak and in pain Got out of the door, but they got him again The dogs were a frenzy, no reason no rhyme Just child on the menu, and this child was mine The other child cowering, frozen by fear Tried to think why, the pets he held dear Could do such a thing, to some one they knew No provocation, they just looked up and flew For his friend, my son, Salvation was found A very brave lady came running around The dogs were then stopped with the owners’ appearance It took real strength and perseverance She helped him to safety, all tear stained and battered No fear for her self, nothing else mattered They cleaned up his wounds and gave me a call In a flash we were down there, to the shock of it all Quickly to hospital, for medical attention Just thanking the lord for his intervention That night those dogs paid for their horrible crime With that, the owners wasted no time They went from a protector, to savage beast Because of that change, they’re now deceased In time the outer wounds will heal, the scars may disappear But in his mind that day will stay, that memory, that fear The fear to walk safe down a street or round a friends to play The fear of going anywhere a dog might pass his way |
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SEA 
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
as a mom, this was terrifying to read....my heart breaks for your son..... this poem has such an impact.... welcome!!  and *hugs* |
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skyshine
since 2002-02-07
Posts 3058Beneath the northern stars |
Wow! What a terrible thing to happen, especially to a child. Thank God your son is all right! Very powerful poem here--it makes you realize the danger anyone could be placed in at any time. Nicely done akela. sky |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
 WELCOME TO PASSIONS! VERY POWERFUL FIRST POST! As a mom I know how you must have felt. Please look around and make yourself at home. I look forward to seeing more of your work. ~Hugs, Nancy~ ~Time has cast a spell on you, |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Welcome to our family. You've written a powerful story here - and it happens way too often! Please check your email for a special greeting.  |
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brianbeaudry Member
since 2001-07-20
Posts 410Northern Ontario Canada |
And this continues to happen...my heart goes out to your son for his pain and the fear that will walk his lifetime with him...I also send a hug of compassion for the parents for they will be holding their son's hand on that walk !!! |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Welcome. What a horrible thing for anyone to experience. I hope this does not leave permanent emotional scars, on either boy. When animals do this unexpectedly, the owner has only one choice, and that is to put their beloved pet down. A sad ending for all. |
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amusemi Senior Member
since 2001-12-08
Posts 1262A State of Disarray |
Oh, tough write! Welcome aboard...incredible first post!! Kat |
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akela Junior Member
since 2002-02-05
Posts 15croydon england |
thanks everyone glad you liked it luckily both kids are ok now read u soon akela |
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